Jon Lipsey

Jon Lipsey is the founder of Unfiltered, a media platform covering health, fitness, technology and human performance. He is the former editor of Men's Fitness magazine and has spent more than 20 years reporting on the science and business of the health industry. He has interviewed leading figures across performance medicine, longevity science and sports business.

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HEALTH Explainer

What are the benefits of blue light glasses?

If you spend long hours in front of screens, you’ve probably heard about blue light glasses. Promoted as a solution to digital eye strain and sleep issues caused by blue light emitted from phones, computers, and tablets, these glasses are gaining popularity - particularly among the biohacking brigade. But do they really work, and what…

ByJon LipseyAugust 5, 20240Comments

BUSINESS Vanguard

Remedy Place founder Dr Jonathan Leary: I’ll never offer what’s already available

Dr Jonathan Leary Dr Jonathan Leary is the founder and CEO of Remedy Place, a social wellness club with establishments in New York and Los Angeles. His practice and expertise have been featured in media outlets from Vogue to The New York Times, alongside a range of corporate advisories and appearances including Cannes Film Festival…

ByJon LipseyMay 20, 20240Comments

How AI will influence health and fitness

TECH Opinion

AI predicts “total loss” of human agency

“Total loss of human agency.” That was the end-point on a list of predictions I asked ChatGPT to make regarding the potential downsides of AI’s influence on the future of the health and wellness industry. Other entries were equally apocalyptic. One scenario described how AI might be “used to implement a global eugenics program”. Another…

ByJon LipseyApril 23, 20240Comments

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HEALTH Opinion

As Andrew Huberman faces trial by media, here’s what we should really be asking

Imagine a scenario where a reporter rounds up your exes and asks them to dish the dirt. What would they say about you? The one with the messy break up. What choice words would they have? Now imagine waking up to find it all laid bare in print in one of the world’s biggest news…

ByJon LipseyApril 15, 20244Comments

TECH

Unlock your power potential with Technogym Biostrength

If you work in health and fitness media, you get at least one press release a week touting a "groundbreaking" new item of strength training equipment. Genuinely innovative products, however, are so rare that you can count them on one hand. In 1796, Francis Lowndes introduced the Gymnasticon, an early exercise machine equipped with levers,…

ByJon LipseyApril 1, 20240Comments

NUTRITION

Worst foods for gut health: What to avoid for a healthy microbiome

If you're not already paying attention to your gut health, you need to start - now. Inside your digestive tract, trillions of microbes are quietly shaping your immune response, mental resilience, and metabolic health. While probiotic-packed yogurt bowls and kombucha shots have found their place in the wellness mainstream, it's also worth thinking about the…

ByJon LipseyMarch 28, 20240Comments

Conference on human enhancement and performance medicine

POLITICS

Unfiltered takes part in the UK’s first human enhancement conference

In the summer of 1854, London found itself in the grip of a cholera outbreak. Dr John Snow, a British physician now widely regarded as the father of modern epidemiology, rejected popular theories of the day and suggested that the disease was spreading through water, not air. He even identified a Soho water pump as…

ByJon LipseyMarch 21, 20240Comments

HEALTH Opinion

Warning: how New Year wellness stories can harm your health

HOUSE! I’ve just finished my annual game of Bullsh*t Bingo: New Year Newspaper Health Story special edition and I’ve completed it in record time. I can’t take all the credit. A special mention has to go to the hacks who cobbled the stories together. Anyway, here’s what I had to find for a full house:…

ByJon LipseyJanuary 31, 20240Comments

HEALTH Explainer

Vagus nerve exercises: Unlocking your body’s natural healing power

The vagus nerve is a critical part of our parasympathetic nervous system, often referred to as the "rest and digest" system. By stimulating this nerve, we can promote relaxation, reduce inflammation, and improve overall well-being. This article explores various vagus nerve exercises that you can incorporate into your daily routine to harness these benefits. Understanding…

ByJon LipseyJanuary 11, 20240Comments

MIND Upgrade

Master the art of habit breaking: your 7-step guide

Breaking habits can often feel like an uphill battle, but with the right approach, it's entirely possible to transform your life. Whether it's late-night snacking, smoking, or any other unwanted behavior, our comprehensive 7-step guide is designed to help you understand, confront, and replace your habits with healthier alternatives. Embark on a journey towards self-improvement…

ByJon LipseyJanuary 5, 20240Comments

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